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    • Innovations in the Blue Economy

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • José Carlos Magalhães Pires
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Innovations in the Blue Economy: Sustainable Practices in Marine Macro- and Microalgae Cultivation offers a comprehensive examination of the technologies, advancements, and research driving sustainable seaweed and microalgae cultivation. The book serves as a key resource for understanding the strategies, challenges, and best practices in this rapidly expanding field. By combining insights from biology, ecology, engineering, and policy, it equips readers with the interdisciplinary knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of algal aquaculture. Whether you are a student, researcher, or industry professional, this book delivers the foundational and advanced concepts crucial for sustainable marine biomass production.Beyond its thorough exploration of cultivation methods, the book stands out for its case studies on large-scale initiatives, analysis of regulatory frameworks, and discussion of real-world obstacles facing industry growth. It presents innovative solutions to current challenges, identifies ongoing research needs, and emphasizes the environmental and economic impacts of integrating algae into the Blue Economy. Its international authorship ensures a global perspective, making the content accessible and relevant across regions and sectors.

    • Fermented Foods in Health and Disease Prevention

      • 2nd Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Juana Frías + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Fermented Foods in Health and Disease Prevention, Second Edition examines the significance of fermented foods to public health. The book presents the latest scientific evidence, showing the health-promoting components produced upon fermentation from a diversity of food matrices. The content includes the definition and characterization of traditional and innovative fermented foods, their mechanisms of action, and the evidence for effects on health and disease in humans. Putative health effects associated with direct interactions between the ingested live microorganisms and the host (probiotic effect), or indirectly, through ingestion of microbial metabolites and products of fermentation (biogenic effect) are discussed.This book will provide the food industry with new insights on the development of value-added fermentation, while also presenting nutritionists and dieticians with a useful resource to help them develop strategies to assist in the prevention of disease or to slow its onset and severity.

    • Vegan Food Products

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Tuba Esatbeyoglu + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Vegan Food Products: Sources, Production Methods, Challenges and Improvement Strategies serves as an authoritative resource that brings together the latest scientific insights on vegan foods. Spanning eleven chapters, the book provides an in-depth look at vegan alternatives to traditional animal-based products, including meat, fish, eggs, and dairy. It thoroughly examines a wide array of vegan protein sources, such as plant-based proteins, macro- and microalgae, as well as single-cell proteins. The text covers advanced production technologies—includi... extrusion, dry-fractionation, 3D printing, and in vitro methods—showcasing how innovation shapes the field of vegan food development.The book also delves into health-related topics, featuring a dedicated chapter on fortification studies that address nutritional concerns. It also explores consumer perception, market trends, and the sensory and nutritional quality of vegan products, painting a comprehensive picture of the vegan food landscape. Edited by recognized global experts, this volume offers a balanced review of current research, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges facing vegan ingredients and foods today.

    • Food Industry 5.0

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Abdo Hassoun
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Food Industry 5.0: Components, Opportunities, and Challenges explores the innovative technologies set to transform the future of food production and processing. The book opens by defining the principles of Food Industry 5.0, emphasizing human-centricity, resilience, and sustainability as its core foundations. Readers are introduced to a range of cutting-edge advancements—such as regenerative conversational AI, the Internet of Everything, miniaturized sensors, cobots, advanced drones, and 4D printing—that are expected to shape the landscape of tomorrow’s food industry. These technologies promise to drive efficiency, adaptability, and greater integration between humans and machines.The book is structured in three parts: the first provides an overview of Food Industry 5.0’s foundational concepts; the second examines the enabling technologies and their evolution from Food Industry 4.0; while the third addresses challenges in technology adoption and highlights future research directions. This comprehensive guide offers valuable insights for researchers, scholars, and students interested in the intersection of advanced technology and the food sector, making it a key resource for understanding the next wave of industry transformation.

    • Plant Proteins

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Nisar Ahmad Mir + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Plant Proteins: Nutritional Aspects and Processing Applications explores the innovative methods used to extract and refine plant proteins, emphasizing their impact on nutrition, wellness, and new product creation. The book examines a range of advanced techniques—including fermentation, radiation, and ball-milling—that reveal how plant protein structure and functionality can be enhanced. Each process plays a unique role in improving food flavor, texture, and shelf-life. Readers will gain valuable insights into the science behind plant-based proteins, including their role in the development of meat alternatives and their influence on digestive health and the human microbiome.The authors also highlight nano-reduction technology for plant proteins, discussing its potential in delivering bioactive compounds and improving overall health outcomes. Finally, it addresses the growing market demand for sustainable, palatable, and cost-effective plant-based products, which is driving research into both traditional and novel protein sources. With its blend of technical detail and practical application, this resource is essential for anyone interested in the future of plant-based foods and their nutritional benefits.

    • Aquaculture Mycology and Bacteriology

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Frederick S.B. Kibenge + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Aquaculture Mycology and Bacteriology is a practical reference to address the steadily increasing importance of infectious diseases of aquatic animals. With the burgeoning expansion of the animal aquaculture industry to new geographic areas, new microbial and parasitic species with pathogenic potential will continue to emerge. This necessitates rapid identification of the new pathogens to enable their control. Each pathogenic bacterial or fungal species is accompanied by the full description of both taxonomic and clinical information for the three major aquatic food animals (fish, crustaceans and mollusks).Aquacultur... Mycology and Bacteriology takes a comprehensive approach to facilitate research to develop vaccines or other similar pathogen mitigation measures, and is useful to bacteriologists, mycologists, aquaculturists, clinical practitioners in aquatic animal health and all those in industry, government or academia who are interested in aquaculture, fisheries and comparative biology.

    • Nutritional Strategies, Predictive Models, and Sustainable Policies

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Sandeep K. Panda + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Nutritional Strategies, Predictive Models, and Sustainable Policies brings together scientists, professors, and policymakers from over 10 countries to cover strategies and approaches to improve human health by focusing on the nutritional needs of children, pregnant women, and patients from around the world. Sections cover existing policies in specific geographical areas, critical reviews on the scientific updates of maternal, pediatric, and geriatric nutrition and how the Pandemic disrupted nutritional strategies, review predictive models on different nutrition categories for certain diseases and cancers, and highlight international and regional policies related to nutrition in war affected countries.

    • Alternative Dairy Products and Technologies

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Harjinder Singh + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Alternative Dairy Products and Technologies comprehensively covers the available products on the market, including processing, sensory qualities, and nutritional value in comparison to dairy milk. The book also looks ahead to new and emerging biotechnologies—such as molecular farming and precision fermentation—that promise to create near-identical products to animal derived dairy. Bringing together key issues of environmental sustainability, human nutrition, biotechnology, and product development, this book is an interdisciplinary reference written and edited by a global team of experts from a variety of fields.It will be of significant value to academics, scientists, and students as this is a very hot topic in the food science area. Additionally, this book will be a great resource for the food industry and many start-up companies currently working on developing innovative alternative proteins and dairy products.

    • Adaptogen Science and Wellbeing

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Sreeraj Gopi + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Adaptogen Science and Wellbeing: Use in Functional Foods, Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals explores the rich phytochemical constituents of adaptogens and their specific mechanisms of action. This book delves into the numerous phytosterols, vitamins, lignans, alkaloids, and flavonoids present in natural product adaptogens. By understanding these components, readers can appreciate their health benefits, how they enhance nutraceuticals, and how they improve functional food formulations. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of these natural substances and their potential applications in promoting overall well-being.The book identifies over 30 species of plants, roots, and fungi, such as sea buckthorn, holy basil, American ginseng, licorice root, maca, cordyceps, ashwagandha, and more. It explains the mechanisms of action and bioavailability of each adaptogen, discussing their immune function and anti-inflammatory benefits, cell energy metabolism for improved vitality, and neurotransmitter regulation for mental well-being. The book concludes with regulatory guidelines, protocols, and challenges for utilizing these natural products in functional foods and nutraceuticals.

    • Aquatic Waste Valorization

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Piyush Kashyap + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Aquatic Waste Valorization: Innovative Approaches and Sustainable Strategies, is a comprehensive guide for researchers and practitioners in the fields of food and environmental sciences, focusing on the critical intersection of waste management and sustainability within the aquatic food industry. Divided into five sections, this book explores the multifaceted dimensions of aquatic food industry waste, from its chemical composition and economic implications to a thorough introduction of valorization techniques for the use in functional food products and nutraceuticals. “Aquatic Waste Valorization: Innovative Approaches and Sustainable Strategies,” explores emerging methodologies—includ... physical, chemical, and enzymatic processes—as well as approaches such as microbial conversion and nanotechnology, all aimed at transforming waste into valuable resources. The book also discusses the recovery of valuable components such as proteins, lipids, and bioactive compounds, highlighting their applications across various industries, including biofuels, bioplastics, and functional food ingredients. Through practical applications, the book not only addresses the pressing issue of waste management but also presents innovative strategies to bolster both environmental and economic sustainability. Concluding sections examine the global policies and regulations shaping the future of aquatic waste valorization.

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Bakery products and baking technology

Beverages alcoholic and non alcoholic

Carbohydrates

Cereals and cereal products

Chemical analysis of food

Confectionary

Egg and egg products

Enzyme and fermentation technology

Fats and oils

Fish seafood and marine products

Flavour chemistry

Food additives

Food and health

Food biotechnology

Food chemistry

Food composition

Food contamination hygiene and toxicology

Food economics and statistics

Food engineering

Food marketing and management

Food microbiology

Food packaging

Food physics

Food policy

Food preservation methods and development

Food preservation packaging and storage

Food processing

Food processing equipment

Food processing technology

Food properties

Food safety

Food security

Food sensors and biosensors

Food sensory science

Food standards laws and regulations

Foods ingredients and additives

Fruits vegetables and nuts

Genetic engineering of foods novel foods

Gums gels and gelling agents

Herbs and spices

Macromolecule functionality

Meat poultry and game

Milk and dairy products

Nutraceuticals functional and medical foods

Nutrition

Postharvest storage

Refrigerated and frozen foods

Sensory analysis and consumer sensory analysis research acceptability

Sensory evaluation and organoleptic properties

Sugar syrups and sweeteners